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多家中介机构收千万罚单
第一财经·2025-06-30 14:16

Core Viewpoint - The regulatory environment regarding financial fraud is becoming increasingly stringent, with a focus on holding intermediary institutions accountable alongside the companies involved in fraudulent activities [1][3][7]. Summary by Sections Regulatory Actions - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has recently issued a series of administrative penalties targeting intermediary institutions, including several accounting firms such as Da Xin, Zhong Xi, and Zhong Shun [3][4]. - These penalties are primarily due to the failure of these firms to perform due diligence in their auditing processes, resulting in false records and significant omissions in their reports [3][4]. Penalty Statistics - As of June 30, 2025, the CSRC and stock exchanges have disclosed 118 penalty orders involving nearly 40 accounting firms, with 16 firms facing administrative penalties [6]. - The total amount of fines reached 197 million yuan, representing an approximate 94% increase compared to the same period last year [6][5]. Notable Cases - Da Xin was penalized for issuing false audit reports for companies like Xingxing Technology and Guanghui Logistics, with total fines amounting to 17.99 million yuan [3][4]. - Zhong Shun and Zhong Xi also faced penalties for their inadequate auditing practices, with fines of 3.51 million yuan and 500,000 yuan respectively [4]. Trends in Penalties - The number of penalties and the total amount of fines imposed on accounting firms have significantly increased compared to the previous year, with a 45% rise in the number of firms penalized [6]. - Since the implementation of the revised Accounting Law on July 1, 2024, the total fines against accounting firms for involvement in financial fraud cases have reached 775 million yuan, a 3.75-fold increase from the previous period [6]. Enforcement Strengthening - The average penalty multiplier for accounting firms has risen from 1.66 to 2.45, indicating a tougher stance on financial fraud [7]. - The regulatory authorities have emphasized a "zero tolerance" policy towards financial fraud, with a comprehensive approach to hold all parties involved accountable, including issuers, controlling shareholders, and intermediary institutions [7][8].